Highlights
Trek the legendary Inca Trail and arrive on foot at Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate
Enjoy two visits to Machu Picchu for deeper insight and a more relaxed experience
Acclimatise gradually while exploring Cusco and the Sacred Valley
Camp at quieter, scenic sites with fewer crowds and outstanding mountain views
Travel by scenic rail from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo after the trek
Itinerary
If you’ve ever dreamed of tracing the footsteps of the Incas, the "Classic Inca Trail" tour offers a perfect blend of history, adventure, and highland beauty. This 11-day guided trekking trip starts in Lima and ends in Cusco, giving travelers ample time to acclimatize and immerse themselves in the legacy of the Inca civilization before hitting the renowned Inca Trail.
Along the way, you’ll explore Cusco and the Sacred Valley, ascend mountain passes and jungle trails, and marvel at the cloud forest panoramas that inspired the ancient Incas. The trek culminates with an unforgettable sunrise arrival at Machu Picchu, followed by a night in Aguas Calientes that allows for a second, quieter visit to the mystical ruins.
The standout feature of this trek package is its thoughtful pacing, which maximizes acclimatisation and cultural enrichment, ensuring that you experience Machu Picchu at its most magical and meaningful.
day 1Join Cusco (3,400m / 11,155ft)
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel where you are free to rest in the hotel or wander into town. Cusco, set at 3,400m / 11,155ft in the Peruvian Andes, was once the capital of the Inca Empire and remains one of South America’s most captivating historic cities. Its cobbled streets weave between impressive Inca stone walls and ornate Spanish colonial buildings, reflecting a rich blend of Indigenous and European heritage. The city’s lively plazas, colourful markets and traditional Quechua culture create a vibrant atmosphere.
Overnight: Hotel Abbitare or similar
day 2Explore Cusco and nearby ruins (3,400m / 11,155ft, Walking, 3–4 hrs)
day 3Sacred Valley walk and Pisac (2,800 m / 9,18 ft, Walk 2km / 1.2mi, 1 hr)
day 4Sacred Valley cultural experiences (2,800 m / 9,186 ft, Walk 2.5 km / 1.6 mi, 1–2 hrs)
day 5Inca Trail trek begins, Chamana campsite (2,840m / 9,318ft, Trek 10km / 6.2mi, 4.5 hrs)
day 6Trek to Llulluchapampa (3,800m / 12,467ft, Trek 11.7km / 7.3mi, 7–8 hrs)
day 7Trek to Phuyupatamarca (4,228m / 13,871ft, Trek 12km / 7.5mi, 8 hrs)
day 8Trek to Machu Picchu via Sun Gate, (3,750m / 12,303ft, Trek 10.9 km / 6.8 mi, 7.5 hrs)
day 9Machu Picchu guided visit, return to Cusco (2,430m / 7,972ft, Walk 2–3 hrs)
day 10Drive to Cusco airport, trip concludes
What's Included
Customer Reviews
The trip was well organised, and included tours in both Cusco and the Sacred Valley. The Inca Trail was superb, great guide and facilities provided. Only had to carry a daypack??
My teenagers, 18 and 15, and I hiked the Inca trail. The trail itself was spectacular. Our guide, Andres, and his team were incredible and made the experience very enjoyable.
Recently completed hikes in Peru including the Classic 4day Inca Trail, Sacred Valley, Vinicunca and Lake Humantay. All hikes were spectacular, our guides, cook and porters very professional and looked after us very well. We were very spoilt with great food and companionship. Thanks to Nep and his team, they truely made us feel part of their family.
Trip offers an excellent combination of hiking/camping, day walks & cultural sightseeing. Guide & staff on the Inca Trail were amazing - they took great care of us, in every aspect.
Thank you for an incredible trip in Peru. My son I I were lucky to be the only participants on the Inca Trail with our awesome guide Andres and our 8 porters. We felt like VIPs as we were provided 3 course meals and our tents set up for us after a long hard day of trekking. The views on the trail were amazing and the ruins were fantastic to explore and learn about. Andres' knowledge and experience is vast and he shared his country and culture with us. While the trekking was challenging, the views and landscape such as the cloud forest made it worthwhile and spectacular. Arriving at Machu Picchu was the experience of a lifetime. We were graced with fine but cold weather. World Expeditions enabled everything to work seamlessly from being met each day by someone, to the tours of the Sacred Valley. I highly recommend this trip to Peru.
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